Warehouse Operative - Rotating Day shift

Booker; St Helens; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food and drink wholesaler in the UK is looking for warehouse operatives to join their team on a permanent contract. You will work in a rotating shift pattern with 40 hours per week and receive comprehensive in-house training. Responsibilities include picking goods, operating equipment safely, and maintaining standards. The role requires numeracy, literacy, and flexibility, with opportunities for overtime. Generous shift premiums and a supportive work environment are provided.

Benefits

In-house training

Safety equipment handling training

Shift premium

Qualifications

• Numeracy and literacy skills are essential.
• Experience in warehouse operations preferred but not necessary.
• Willingness to undergo training for forklift operation.

Responsibilities

• Pick and load goods according to safety standards.
• Operate manual and mechanical handling equipment safely.
• Perform daily pre-use equipment checks.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Flexibility

Experience in warehouse chambers

Forklift operation

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for rotating shifts warehouse operatives to join Booker on a permanent contract with 16 week probationary period.

Successful applicants will be required to work 40 hours per week, with overtime opportunities in line with the Working Time Directive.

You will receive in‑house training and support to equip you with the skills necessary to conduct your role.

Pay and Shift Premiums

You will receive the current hourly basic rate of pay, plus shift premium, which is calculated on the basic hours that are worked between the following bands:

• 18:00 – 23:59 hours – 15%
• 00:00 – 05:59 hours – 25%
• Saturday and Sunday – 20%

Hours worked between 06:00 and 17:59 are classed as day shift and attract no premium.

Shift premium is not paid on any overtime hours.

Site Incentive Scheme

Our colleagues also participate in the site incentive scheme which is related to an individual's performance.

4‑Week Rotating Shift Pattern

• Week 1: Monday to Friday 14:00 pm – 22:00 pm
• Week 2: Monday to Friday 06:00 am – 14:00 pm
• Week 3: Sunday to Thursday 14:00 pm – 22:00 pm
• Week 4: Sunday to Thursday 06:00 am – 14:00 pm

Responsibilities

• Pick and load goods correctly in accordance with safe standards of work instructions.
• Operate all manual and mechanical handling equipment correctly and safely to avoid damage to goods, property or people.
• Daily pre‑equipment checks before use, reporting any faults immediately to a manager.
• Report dangerous stacking, racking damage, obstructions and any other danger or irregularities immediately to a manager.
• Assist in the counting of stock as required.
• Assist in the issue of any paperwork, documentation as required.
• Action re‑coup of damaged stock as requested by manager.
• Undergo any training when required by the Company.
• Perform any other duties as and when necessary to meet the varying demands of the business.

Qualifications and Skills

• Numeracy and literacy.
• Experience within warehouse chambers preferred, but not essential.
• Experience operating high‑reach or forklift trucks is preferred, but not essential. All suitable candidates will be offered training after probationary period.
• Handle goods carefully and comply with safety regulations.
• Ensure goods are not damaged through mis‑handling or faulty storing or stacking.
• Flexible and versatile.
• Able to produce quality standard of work.

Drug, Alcohol and Background Check

Prior to employment, you must successfully complete a drug and alcohol test.

About Booker

Booker is the UK’s leading food & drink wholesaler. We serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses from locations across the country, operating over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites and six support centre locations across the UK.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I)

Diversity, equity and inclusion at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and you can be yourself at work. Everyone’s welcome.

Flexible Working

We welcome conversations about flexible working and support different life stages, such as starting a career, caring responsibilities, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or any other circumstances.

Accessibility

We’re proud that Booker (and Best) is a disability confident committed employer and we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on accessibility support you can expect, please contact [e-mail].

Age and Working Hours

We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles.

Application Process

On occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview.

Benefits and Group Information

Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco.

Further Information

For more information about us please visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk.